noun
- An enzyme that breaks down inulin, a polysaccharide found in plants, into simpler sugars such as fructose.
Usage: biochemistry; also called inulinase
Examples
- Inulase is used in industrial processes to convert inulin into fructose syrup.
- The enzyme inulase plays an important role in the digestion of certain plant fibers.
- Microorganisms produce inulase to break down inulin in soil.
- Food manufacturers use inulase to extract sweeteners from chicory root.
- Inulase activity can be measured in laboratory tests to assess enzyme function.